Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the ongoing NPC season as the quarter-finals warp up.

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World champion and X Games gold medal-winning freeskier Luca Harrington has been named Snow Sports New Zealand's athlete of the year for 2025.

Harrington joined Piney to discuss the win.

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Good but not good enough is the verdict from All Whites coach Darren Bazeley, after their one-nil friendly loss to Poland.

Bazeley feels his side were overly affected by Poland's goal early in the second half and they have to be mentally sharper, as well as better at finishing their chances.

New Zealand next play Norway in Oslo on Wednesday morning.

All Whites defender Finn Surman joined Piney to discuss.

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Could the iconic Boxing Day test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground be under threat? 

There's growing speculation the Australian cricket bosses will be looking to move the popular event to a new location in order to free up more room for Aussie players to participate in the Big Bash. 

Australian cricket commentator Jim Maxwell joined Piney to discuss.

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R360 is the rebel rugby competition that has everyone talking, despite rugby unions all over the world warning players off it.

New Zealand, England, Ireland, France, Scotland, Australia, South Africa, and Italy have issued a joint statement against the competition, which is set to launch in 2026. 

NZR's Chris Lendrum joined Piney to discuss further.

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Jubilation for Otago first-five Cam Millar after nailing the game-winning penalty kick that's sent his province to the NPC semifinals. 

The 23-year-old slotted a 51-metre penalty kick to help the home side edge Waikato 44-41 in their quarterfinal in Dunedin. 

He told Piney that getting it over was pure euphoria. 

“I’m not even really sure what I was doing after I got it over, but, yeah, obviously pretty stoked.” 

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25 years ago, Kiwi sporting icon Mark Inglis made history, winning New Zealand’s first ever Paralympic Cycling medal at the 2000 Sydney Paralympic Games. 

But this isn’t the extent of his achievements – Inglis having survived 13 days trapped on Mount Cook and becoming the first person to summit Mount Everest as a double amputee. 

He told Piney that losing your legs is hard, but if you’re going to have them cut off at 23, the best person to do it to is a young mountaineer. 

“You live in an environment where if you make the right mov...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 11th September 2025, Bathurst is back and Piney is joined by Supercars icon Greg Murphy, who reveals his best Bathurst memories, and motorsport reporter Eric Thompson who checks in live from the track. 

Kiwi heavyweight contender Joseph Parker previews his showdown with Fabio Wardley. 

And icon Mark Inglis reflects on his incredible life 25 years on from his historic Paralympic silver. 

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A pragmatic approach has helped earn the White Ferns their first victory at the Cricket World Cup. 

New Zealand have beaten Bangladesh by 100 runs at Guwahati. 

Captain Sophie Devine was happy with the 227 for 9 they posted batting first, where she made 63 and Brooke Halliday hit 69. 

Halliday told Piney it felt like their performance was a lot fuller in this game than it was in the previous two. 

“It was, yeah, very satisfying, and I think there’s a lot of happy people in our group at the moment.”  

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Joseph Parker admits he's wary of the latest heavyweight standing in the way of another shot at a world boxing belt. 

The Kiwi faces big-hitting Brit Fabio Wardley in London in just over a fortnight, with a hopeful title fight against undisputed Ukrainian champion Oleksandr Usyk sometime early next year. 

Parker says he's watched Wardley's last few fights, and he always finds a way to step it up and get the results, with 18 K-Os in his 19 wins. 

But he told Piney that he feels like for this fight, Wardley’s stepped up a littl...

Petrolheads are flocking to Bathurst for the biggest weekend in Australasian motorsport. 

The Bathurst 1000 kicks off this weekend over the ditch in Australia. 

Few people know the race better than 4-time winner Greg Murphy, who claimed the victory in 1996, 1999, 2003, and 2004. 

The race is reliant on luck, a million tiny factors the difference between winning and losing, Murphy telling Piney there’s so many things that can go wrong. 

“You've got to try and dot a lot of I's and cross a lot of T's, and when one of those things isn't quite ri...

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James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss the latest with the Dame Noeline Taurua and the All Blacks beating out the Wallabies.

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The Government recently announced a $5 million investment in a new Centre Court roof for Auckland’s Manuka Doctor Arena.

The covered venue will mean an end to rain cancellations and delays and assist in attracting players, with many other short and long-term benefits.

Tennis Auckland CEO Rohan West joined Piney to discuss.

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There's hype growing in Sydney as the NRL Grand Final looms.

The Storm tackle the Brisbane Broncos in Sydney despite an injury-ravaged back-end to the season.

FOX sports commentator Jake Duke joined Piney to discuss.

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The All Blacks are celebrating another weekend victory, but some believe the team will carry some scars after a tumultuous Rugby Championship campaign.

The Kiwi side took down Australia 28-14in Perth to wrap up the tournament, but ultimately finished second behind the Springboks on points differential.

Former NZ rugby union player Wyatt Crockett joined Piney to discuss.

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Netball NZ recently confirmed Dame Noeline Taurua will continue to sit on the sidelines as negotiations continue.

The national body and sidelined Silver Ferns coach remain unable to resolve their differences about the team environment - meaning the veteran coach will continue to be on the outer for the looming series against Australia.

Netball NZ CEO Jennie Wyllie and NZ Netball Players Association head Steph Bond joined Piney to discuss.

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Mt Maunganui rain has scuppered the Black Caps chances of reclaiming cricket's Chappell-Hadlee Trophy. 

Last night's second T20 against Australia was eventually reduced to a nine-over match, but just 2.1 overs were possible before the wet weather returned and the contest had to be abandoned. 

The Bay Oval is again host for tonight's third and final match of the series. 

Black Caps coach Rob Walter told Jason Pine that while it’s disappointing they don’t have a shot at winning back the trophy, there’s a lot to learn from the outing.  

“We’ll s...

Two Warriors have been awarded a high honour in the NRL world.  

Erin Clark and Payton Takimoana have made it onto the 2025 Dally M Team of the Year – Clark as the lock for the men’s team and Takimoana as a winger for the women’s. 

A consistent player in the season, Clark featured in all 25 of the Warriors’ games, starting in all but one.  

He joined Piney to unpack the season and discuss what it’s like to win a Dally M award. 

“To be at a function among some of the best play...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 4th October 2025, Piney joined by President of Rugby Australia, Nathan Sharpe ahead of the second test between the All Blacks and Wallabies 

Partner at leading law firm at Tavendale + Partners and nationally recognised expert in employment related issues and disputes, Anthony Drake provides insight on the mediation process taking place between Netball NZ and Dame Noeline Taurua. 

And Dally M's Lock of the Year Erin Clark joined for a catch up.  

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One of New Zealand’s best-ever basketball players is now one of the world’s foremost sporting executives.  

Sean Marks was the first person born in New Zealand to play in the NBA, playing for the Toronto Raptors, Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs, Phoenix Suns, and Portland Trailblazers.  

He also played for our national side, competing in two Olympic Games and was an integral part of the NZ team that finished fourth at the 2002 Fiba World Championship. 

In 2016, he took up the role of General Manager for the Brooklyn Nets, which he says he’s be...

There’s still no clarity in the ongoing saga of the Silver Ferns and Dame Noeline Taurua. 

Taurua was stoof down as coach on the 10th of September, and despite days of mediation, no decision has been made to whether she’ll be reinstated. 

Partner at Tavendale + Partners, employment law expert Anthony Drake joined Piney to give an insight into the mediation process. 

Drake told Jason Pine that since it’s such a high-profile game and situation, it would probably be helpful for Netball New Zealand to reveal what the concerns are, and whether t...

Rugby Australia’s President has nothing but praise for Coach Joe Schmidt ahead of the final Rugby Championship clash. 

The All Blacks are facing off against the Wallabies tonight at a sold-out Optus Stadium in Perth – the Wallabies just three points behind the New Zealand side. 

Former Wallabies Captain and current President Nathan Sharpe joined Piney to preview the match, sharing his thoughts on Schmidt’s coaching.

“I think the way that Joe approaches things, around his connection, his care, y’know his values, and integrity, he’s brought that into the team and for want o...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss All Blacks beating out Australia, the NRL finals and the Women's Rugby World Cup.

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A strange environment hasn't stopped Kiwi cyclist Niamh Fisher-Black becoming the first New Zealander to podium at the Road World Championships - finishing second in the elite road race in Rwanda.

Cycling expert Del Woodford joined Piney to discuss.

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Jahrome Hughes has completed a remarkable injury recovery to lead the Storm into another NRL Grand Final. 

The Kiwis halfback has scored a try and been instrumental in Melbourne's 22-14 win over the Sharks in their preliminary final - three weeks after breaking his arm. 

NRL writer Brad Walter joined Piney to discuss.

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The infamous bout between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier III, billed as the Thrilla in Manila, is set to celebrate its 50-year anniversary.

The 14-round fight is universally regarded as one of the most brutal clashes in the history of boxing.

Boxing journalist Thomas Hauser joined Piney to discuss.

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Fans, coaches and experts alike are celebrating Cam Roigard's match-winning performance against the Wallabies.

Roigard was hugely influential in the 33-24 Bledisloe Cup win at Eden Park, scoring two tries - including one to seal the win.

Former All Black and rugby analyst Ant Strachan joined Piney to discuss.

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The Bledisloe Cup is safe for another year.

The All Blacks' last remaining major trophy remains in their hands after a 33-24 win over the Wallabies at Eden Park, clinched by a late Cam Roigard try.

All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined Piney to discuss.

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New Zealand’s under-20 men’s football team is kicking off their FIFA World Cup campaign this weekend. 

Tomorrow will see them face their hosts in Chile, before further pool clashes against Egypt and Japan. 

NZ striker Luke Brooke-Smith told Piney the team’s spirit is super high and they’re all buzzing for the first game.  

“I think it’ll be a good, almost a surprise to the world, is what we want to do, and show what New Zealand football can do at youth levels.” 

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On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 27th September 2025, Piney is back at the Kingslander ahead of the Eden Park Bledisloe Test tonight.  

NZ and Australian rugby icons join the show, including Nick Farr-Jones, Ian Jones, and Brendan Cannon. 

And New Zealand's number one golfer Ryan Fox joins for a chat about his incredible year. 

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It’s the biggest day in the Australian sporting calendar. 

Not only is tonight the AFL Grand Final, but there’s also the NRL preliminary finals, as well as the Bledisloe Cup clash at Eden Park.  

Our Australian Correspondent Adam Peacock joined Piney to brief him on all the goings on.  

“It’s a huge weekend overall in Melbourne,” he said of the AFL Grand Final. 

“it’s the biggest thing since sliced bread.” 

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Ryan Fox has had a stunner of a year so far, with two PGA Tour wins and a Top 20 finish at the US Open under his belt – not to mention a world record. 

Fox has said a few times that he knew his best golf across a given weekend was enough to beat the best golfers in the world, which has been proven true. 

“I had kind of believed it, and it was nice to actually do it,” he told Piney. 

He’s back in town for a bit of a break, as well as to...

The Bledisloe Cup has returned to Eden Park and joining Piney for a chat was one of the country’s greatest ever lock forwards. 

Ian Jones toured with the 1989 All Blacks, making his test debut the following year against Scotland at Carisbrook – scoring a try in the match. 

Jones played 105 games for the All Blacks, 79 of which were tests, and is now the GM of the All Blacks Experience – an interactive attraction dedicated to New Zealand rugby. 

He joined Piney to preview tonight’s clash against the Wallabies and to look back at his incredi...

Fans on both sides of the Tasman are raring to go as the All Blacks and Wallabies battle it out for the Bledisloe Cup.  

They’re clashing tonight at Eden Park, where the All Blacks have remained undefeated for over thirty years. 

Former Wallaby Brendan Cannon just so happened to stop by the Kingslander, hopping on air with Piney to preview the clash. 

“We’ve obviously been through a fairly long and protracted period of, of non-success in Australian rugby,” he said. 

“So we take a little bit of delight in the fact that...

It’s time for the Bledisloe Cup, with the Wallabies and All Blacks clashing tonight at Eden Park.

The last time the Wallabies were able to claim the victory at the Fortress was in 1986 – David Campese scoring the winning point.  

Australian halfback Nick Farr-Jones was the one to pass Campese the ball, and he later became the captain of the side, leading to victory in the 1991 Rugby World Cup. 

Farr-Jones told Piney that until 1992, the All Blacks were the biggest test matches for Australia, and he remembers each match almost like it was yester...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Beamish and Kerr's recent accolades, the ongoing NPC season, and the Black Ferns' World Cup loss.

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